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Author's Purpose Task Cards: Persuade, Inform, and Entertain (PIE) Activity Set
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Grade 2
English
Author's Purpose Task Cards: Persuade, Inform, and Entertain (PIE) Activity Set
Author's Purpose (PIE) Learning Set
Grade Level: 2
Standard: CCSS RI.2.6
Topic: Author's Purpose (Persuade, Inform, Entertain)
Note for Teachers
This resource includes 24 task cards, a student recording sheet, and a 10-item follow-up assessment.
- Color Version: The cards can be printed in color for centers.
- Black-and-White Version: For a black-and-white version, simply adjust your printer settings to 'Grayscale'.
Activity 1: Label the PIE
Before we start the task cards, let's review what PIE stands for. Look at the diagram below and match the correct label to each slice.
Labels to use:
- Persuade (P): To try to get the reader to do or think something.
- Inform (I): To give the reader facts and information.
- Entertain (E): To tell a story or make the reader laugh.
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Activity 2: Author's Purpose Task Cards
Read each card carefully. Decide if the author is trying to Persuade, Inform, or Entertain you. Write your answer on the Recording Sheet.
Card 1 | Card 2 |
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Buy the Super-Fast Rocket! It zooms faster than any other toy. Your friends will be so jealous. Get yours today at the Toy Shop! | Penguins are birds that cannot fly. They spend most of their lives in the ocean. They use their wings like flippers to swim fast through the water. |
Purpose: ____________________ | Purpose: ____________________ |
Card 3 | Card 4 |
|---|---|
Once upon a time, a small dragon named Sparky tried to blow a bubble. Instead of a bubble, a tiny puff of purple smoke came out of his nose. | First, put two slices of bread on a plate. Next, spread peanut butter on one slice. Then, add grape jelly on the other slice and put them together. |
Purpose: ____________________ | Purpose: ____________________ |
Card 5 | Card 6 |
|---|---|
Why did the teacher wear sunglasses to school? Because her students were so bright! Everyone in the classroom laughed at her funny joke. | Vote for Leo for Class President! He is kind and listens to everyone. He will make our school the best place to learn. Choose Leo! |
Purpose: ____________________ | Purpose: ____________________ |
Card 7 | Card 8 |
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The sun is a very big star. It is at the center of our solar system. The sun gives light and heat to the Earth. | Max the dog was lost in the park. He followed a butterfly through the tall grass. Suddenly, he heard his name being called from the trees. |
Purpose: ____________________ | Purpose: ____________________ |
Card 9 | Card 10 |
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Crunchy Crisps are the yummiest snacks ever! They are made with real corn and have a secret cheese flavor. Grab a bag and start crunching! | The library is closed today for cleaning. It will open again tomorrow morning at eight o'clock. Please return all your books to the outside box. |
Purpose: ____________________ | Purpose: ____________________ |
Card 11 | Card 12 |
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The cat sat on the mat, wearing a very silly hat. He looked at the mouse, who lived in the house, and they had a long chat. | Come to Fun Land! We have the tallest slides and the coolest games. It is the best place for a birthday party. Buy tickets now! |
Purpose: ____________________ | Purpose: ____________________ |
Card 13 | Card 14 |
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Sharks have many rows of sharp teeth. When a shark loses a tooth, a new one grows in its place. Sharks live in every ocean. | Mia found a dusty old key in the attic. She wondered what it could open. She looked around and saw a small wooden box on a shelf. |
Purpose: ____________________ | Purpose: ____________________ |
Card 15 | Card 16 |
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Keep off the grass! We want our park to look beautiful for everyone. Please walk on the sidewalk so the grass can grow green and tall. | Plants need sunlight, water, and soil to grow. They take in water through their roots. Their leaves use sunlight to make food. |
Purpose: ____________________ | Purpose: ____________________ |
Card 17 | Card 18 |
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Reading is fun! Visit the library to find amazing books about space and animals. You will learn so much and have a great time reading. | Bats are the only mammals that can fly. Most bats eat insects like mosquitoes. They sleep hanging upside down in dark caves or trees. |
Purpose: ____________________ | Purpose: ____________________ |
Card 19 | Card 20 |
|---|---|
Zippy the Robot jumped onto his spaceship. He pressed the red button and blasted off into the stars. He was going to visit the moon! | How to make lemonade: Squeeze three yellow lemons into a pitcher. Add four cups of water and half a cup of sugar. Stir it well. |
Purpose: ____________________ | Purpose: ____________________ |
Card 21 | Card 22 |
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What do you call a bear with no teeth? A gummy bear! The forest animals thought that was the funniest thing they had ever heard. | Big Sale! Buy one shirt and get one free. This deal only lasts until Sunday. Do not miss out on these great prices! |
Purpose: ____________________ | Purpose: ____________________ |
Card 23 | Card 24 |
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Spiders have eight legs and two body parts. Many spiders spin webs to catch their food. Not all spiders are dangerous to people. | Lily touched the bark of the magic tree. Suddenly, the leaves began to glow with a bright pink light. A tiny door opened in the trunk. |
Purpose: ____________________ | Purpose: ____________________ |
Activity 3: Recording Sheet
Use this sheet to record your answers for Task Cards 1–24. For cards 17–24, add a "how I know" word (a clue word from the text).
Card | Purpose (P, I, or E) | Card | Purpose (P, I, or E) |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | ____________________ | 13 | ____________________ |
2 | ____________________ | 14 | ____________________ |
3 | ____________________ | 15 | ____________________ |
4 | ____________________ | 16 | ____________________ |
5 | ____________________ | 17 | Purpose: __________ Clue: __________ |
6 | ____________________ | 18 | Purpose: __________ Clue: __________ |
7 | ____________________ | 19 | Purpose: __________ Clue: __________ |
8 | ____________________ | 20 | Purpose: __________ Clue: __________ |
9 | ____________________ | 21 | Purpose: __________ Clue: __________ |
10 | ____________________ | 22 | Purpose: __________ Clue: __________ |
11 | ____________________ | 23 | Purpose: __________ Clue: __________ |
12 | ____________________ | 24 | Purpose: __________ Clue: __________ |
Activity 4: Follow-up Assessment
Part A: Label the Purpose
Read the short sentences and write P (Persuade), I (Inform), or E (Entertain).
- Apples can be red, green, or yellow. ______
- You should really try the chocolate cake; it is the best! ______
- The frog hopped over the sleepy cat and went 'Boing!' ______
- A map shows where places are located. ______
- Don't forget to recycle your plastic bottles today! ______
- The princess flew her dragon across the candy mountains. ______
- Honey comes from bees that live in a hive. ______
- Please come to my party on Saturday at 2:00 PM. ______
Part B: Write Your Own
9. Write one sentence to Inform the reader about an animal.
- Write one sentence to Persuade the reader to eat their vegetables.